Since 2018, the Dutch Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Plantum, the Dutch breeding and seed sector association have started to develop a partnership under the flag of ‘SeedNL’. The partnership will focus on increasing access to and use of quality seed as a basis and catalyst for improving agricultural productivity in developing countries and emerging economies. Besides, this the partnership will share knowledge and experience and work based on a joint agenda. SeedNL aims to sustainably contribute to reducing poverty, promoting inclusive green growth and resilience to climate change.